Entry-Level Positions For Aspiring Professionals At Boeing
Boeing offers diverse entry-level opportunities, from engineering roles in "mechanical, electrical systems, or quality" to business functions like supply chain, finance, and project management, demonstrating that a "continuous learner" can find a fulfilling career path regardless of initial major. The company's size and internal mobility allow for career growth beyond one's initial expectations.
Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Project Management, Career Development
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Mirwaise Masroor
Mission Assurance Manager
Boeing
Virginia Tech
UCLA Anderson School of Management
Engineering - Mechanical
Aerospace, Aviation & Defense
Operations and Project Management
Honors Student, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. Boeing offers diverse entry-level positions across various fields like engineering (mechanical, electrical, systems, quality), supply chain (purchasing, supplier management), finance (program finance), and project management.
2. Even non-engineering majors (business, marketing) can find roles such as working as a buyer, finance representative, or in mission assurance.
3. Career paths are not set in stone; continuous learning allows for growth and transitions into unexpected roles. There are opportunities for career advancement within the company through different roles and skill development
Transcript
What entry-level positions are there in this field that an undergraduate college student might consider?
The great thing about Boeing is that it's such a big company. You can support many functions regardless of your background.
I have an engineering background, specifically mechanical engineering. As this is a space company, many roles are engineering-focused. They invest heavily in their engineering departments, covering mechanical, electrical, systems, and quality.
There's a very diverse field you can go into with an engineering background. If you're a business major, you can work in supply chain. Many people work as buyers, handling purchase orders, working with suppliers, and managing incoming products.
There are also finance roles. Every program has a finance representative ensuring we don't overspend on expensive hardware. Project management is another option. I think there are many different types of roles available.
It doesn't mean you can't pivot your career. I have someone on my team who was a marketing major and now works as an engineer. Don't feel that your career path is set in stone after graduation.
If you are a continuous learner and willing to grow, you can transition into roles you might not have initially considered for yourself. I think that's very special.